NORTHERN IRELAND EDITION
APPLICANT HANDBOOK
APPLICANT HANDBOOK 2022
CONTENTS What Happens Next?
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Meet some of our NI students
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Make the Right Choice
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Applicant Hub
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Applicant Days in Liverpool
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NI Applicant Day in Belfast
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Campus Connect
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Liverpool Life
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Student Life and Sport Buildings 26 Sports at LJMU
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John Moores Students’ Union
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Amazing Teaching
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Libraries
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Study Support
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Settling in and Student Support
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Explore the World
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Fees & Funding Guide
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Disability Support
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Care Leavers
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Scholarships
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Accommodation Guide
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LJMU Location Map
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A MESSAGE FROM OUR VICE-CHANCELLOR I am delighted that you have applied to study with us here at Liverpool John Moores University. I know what a big decision this is and we want to help you make the choice that is right for you. LJMU is a university completely focused on our students. We are absolutely committed to doing everything we can to help you have some of the best and most rewarding years of your life here. We are a positive, friendly and enthusiastic university where we look out for one another. You will find a supportive community at LJMU, where there will always be someone ready to help you.
LJMU is a place where we want everybody to thrive and we are totally committed to providing you with a safe and supportive environment for your work, study and research. I hope the information in this guide helps you to make this momentous decision and I wish you every success in whatever you choose to do next.
Whatever your chosen subject, we will offer you outstanding teaching and academic expertise in modern, state-of-the-art facilities in the heart of our vibrant city. Along the way, we will help you prepare for whatever you decide to do on the next stage of your journey through our extensive career and development opportunities. We are proud of the positive difference LJMU makes to people’s lives, from supporting communities across Liverpool to shaping wider society through our groundbreaking research. We want you to be part of that.
Mark Power Vice-Chancellor
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WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
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Today Start your LJMU scholarship application - log in to ljmu.ac.uk/ applicant
31 May
Apply for your student funding by the end of May to be sure of getting your money for the start of term
August September You will receive specific details on your LJMU enrolment programme, induction and John Moores Students’ Union
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January UCAS application deadline for equal academic consideration, 6pm Wednesday 26 January.
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June If you receive all your decisions by the 19 May, you must reply by the 9 June
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September Move into your student accommodation
February Start your student finance application and apply for your Disabled Student Allowance (DSA) if applicable
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July Last date to apply via UCAS Extra
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September Start of John Moores Students’ Union social programme
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February UCAS Extra opens for eligible students ucas. com/extra
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July Clearing opens! LJMU Vacancy Hotline 0808 5 564 565
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September Welcome/ induction activities begin
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March Apply for your student accommodation if you hold an unconditional firm or conditional firm offer from LJMU ljmu.ac.uk/ accommodation
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August A level results are released, see UCAS Track or call our confirmation line 0151 231 5090 for advice
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September LJMU scholarship deadline! Apply online ljmu.ac.uk/ applicant
April Make sure you tell LJMU if you have a disability or any other support needs (page 54)
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August Remaining offer conditions must be met by this date, and Adjustment ends
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TRAVELLING TO LIVERPOOL FROM NORTHERN IRELAND Liverpool is easily accessible, whether you choose to fly or take the ferry. There are numerous daily and weekly flights departing from Belfast International Airport and City of Derry Airport - we are only a 30-minute flight away. When you land at Liverpool John Lennon Airport you can jump on a bus outside the airport terminal, to take you directly to the city centre in just 20 minutes. Visit the airport website for further details: liverpoolairport.com
LIVERPOOL
If you arrive by ferry, you will disembark at Birkenhead Ferry Port (Twelve Quays Ferry Terminal, Birkenhead CH41 1FE) which is on the Wirral peninsula. If you are travelling by car it will then take just 10 minutes to reach Liverpool city centre from Birkenhead, travelling through either one of the two Merseytunnels. If you are a foot passenger, Hamilton Square railway station is a 15 minute walk away from the ferry terminal, allowing you to complete your journey to Liverpool city centre in just 5 minutes by train. Taxis are also widely available.
I wanted to move away for university, but I wanted it to be easy to get back home if I needed to. Liverpool seemed like the perfect city with great travel links to Belfast. Maya travelled from Belfast to Liverpool to join Liverpool John Moores University
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At Liverpool John Moores University we welcome over 2000* students from Northern Ireland, making us the most popular university in Great Britain for Northern Irish students.* Throughout this handbook you will meet some of our students from Northern Ireland, who would love to meet you in person at an Applicant Day either in Liverpool or in Belfast (or both!). We recommend you watch their video, as they talk you through their experiences so far at LJMU, and what it is like to move away from home to study.
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ANDREW County Down
CHRIS County Down
KATE County Tyrone
KATIE Derry/Londonderry
HARRY County Antrim
LAURA Belfast
MAYA Belfast
MATT County Armagh
*UCAS 2020/21 application data. *UCAS 2020/21 application data.
LUCY County Antrim
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MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICE I immediately got a good feeling about LJMU. Throughout the entire application process, the staff at LJMU could not have been any more supportive and helpful, this helped me to reach a decision to come to LJMU. Katie from Derry/Londonderry BSc (Hons) Geography graduate Now studying a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE).
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Selecting your first (firm) choice university is easy. Simply log on to UCAS Track and confirm your offer.
www.ucas.com/students
This doesn’t have to be LJMU but we’d love it if it was!
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RESULTS DAY AND CONFIRMATION Following the release of A level results on 18 August, and assuming you’ve selected LJMU as your conditional firm choice and you meet all the conditions of your offer, you will be accepted on to your course at the university. Even if you haven’t quite met the requirements, LJMU may still accept you – please see UCAS Track for details on the day or contact our confirmation hotline.
Following confirmation of your place, we will send you your starter pack which will provide details on the university’s registration process and our student charter. Confirmation Hotline
0151 231 5090
STARTING AT LJMU You will complete your student registration online before you arrive at the university for enrolment and start your induction programme. Full details will be included in your LJMU starter pack. Your first week at LJMU will be packed full of things to do and places to see. You will receive an invitation to attend a welcome event where you will be able to find out more about university services, what’s happening in the city and meet other new students. As a new student you will be expected to complete an induction programme prior to the official start
of the academic year. Induction is your opportunity to get to know your academic team, meet your personal tutor and start to make friends with people on your course. Your starter pack will give you more details on what to expect and when. John Moores Students’ Union (JMSU, see page 30) also organise a programme of activities to help you settle into university life and find out more about Liverpool’s exciting student scene. These events usually start during the official moving in weekend (tenancies start on the 17 September) and continue until week one of semester one. Look out for updates from JMSU after confirmation.
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After researching my course I visited LJMU and explored the city. I immediately knew this was where I wanted to study. Jessica from County Antrim BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies
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APPLICANT HUB
ACCESS EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR YOUR LJMU APPLICATION Once logged in you can: n register for an
Applicant Day event n book your
accommodation
There’s also a handy My Actions tab on the right so you can keep track of your application You’ll need your email address and LJMU ID number – printed on the letter included with this handbook and also in your emails from LJMU.
n find the most up-to-
date key information regarding interviews (where applicable) n apply direct for
scholarships.
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Thank you for applying to study at
LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES UNIVERSITY This handbook is designed to walk you through your journey from applicant to LJMU student, step by step. Whether you are applying for funding or choosing your student accommodation, this applicant handbook is where you will find out how, when and what to do next. There is also lots of information on the LJMU student experience and what to expect when you become part of our undergraduate community.
CONNECT WITH LJMU If you have a question about your application, you can contact our helpful Admission Teams, visit: ljmu.ac.uk/connect
FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS @LJMUofficial
@ljmu
youtube.com/ljmutv
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LJMU OUTPERFORMS THE SECTOR AVERAGE FOR LEARNING RESOURCES, ASSESSMENT AND FEEDBACK, ACADEMIC SUPPORT, ORGANISATION AND MANAGEMENT, PRACTICE PLACEMENTS, STUDENT VOICE AND LEARNING COMMUNITY
LJMU IS ONE OF THE UK’S TOP FIVE YOUNG UNIVERSITIES The Times Higher Education Young University Rankings, 2020
LJMU IS ONE OF THE TOP 100 YOUNG UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD
The Times Higher Education Young University Rankings, 2020
National Student Survey (NSS) 2020
TOP 500 UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2021
#1 LIVERPOOL IS THE BEST PLACE FOR GRADUATES TO LIVE BASED ON AFFORDABILITY, EARNING POTENTIAL AND LIFESTYLE The Sunday Times, source: Savills Research 2019
OVERALL STUDENT SATISFACTION 83.8%* National Student Survey (NSS) 2020
WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU IN 2022 *1.15% above sector average
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APPLICANT DAYS A great way to discover more about your course, your tutors, your campus and maybe even your future course mates!
EVENTS TAKING PLACE IN 2022 FEBRUARY
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VIRTUAL Log in to the Applicant Hub for your subject-specific Applicant Day event dates
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V LI OL PO ER
FAQ Your Applicant Day is the perfect opportunity to discover more about studying at LJMU. You’ll be greeted with a warm welcome from tutors, LJMU staff, current students and alumni. Our friendly Admissions Teams will be on-hand should you have any questions about your application. There’ll also be support staff on hand to discuss student finance and accommodation. We’ve also scheduled a Virtual Applicant Day if you can’t get to meet us in person, so you can do all of the above, online. On-campus events adhere to the latest government guidelines regarding COVID-19. Full details will be included in all email correspondence regarding your Applicant Day booking.
BOOK NOW You’ll need your LJMU or UCAS ID to log in. Applicant Day dates relevant to your course(s) will be listed and ready for you to book.
HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN I BRING WITH ME TO AN APPLICANT DAY?
We advise no more than two guests where possible.
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WILL STUDENT ACCOMMODATION BE AVAILABLE TO VIEW? Yes.
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CAN I ATTEND AN APPLICANT DAY IN LIVERPOOL AND THE BELFAST EVENT? Yes, you are welcome to attend both Applicant Days.
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WHAT HAPPENS ON A VIRTUAL APPLICANT DAY? Our Virtual Applicant Day has been designed to replicate an on-campus event. You’ll still get to meet current students, staff and tutors, and join talks on student finance, accommodation and wellbeing. You can also explore our campuses and view buildings and facilities with the LJMU 360 Tour.
SEE NEXT PAGE FOR DETAILS OF OUR APPLICANT DAY IN BELFAST.
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I chose LJMU after I attended the Applicant Day in Belfast, and found that it was really homely and felt a friendly atmosphere coming from the staff and students I spoke to there. I also chose LJMU as it has more students from Northern Ireland than any other university so it was going to be a home from home for me. Andrew from County Down BSc (Hons) Computer Science
The effort LJMU puts in to organising an event in Northern Ireland, “simply shows their commitment and dedication to the students, which is really appreciated. Thank you! ” PREVIOUS NI APPLICANT DAY FEEDBACK SURVEY
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We appreciate that travelling to one of our Applicant Days in Liverpool is not always feasible, so we offer you the chance to attend an event closer to home. We would love for you to find out why we are consistently the #1 university in Great Britain for Northern Irish students, and invite you to attend our Applicant Day in Belfast, designed exclusively for you. Our Belfast Applicant Day offers you a fantastic opportunity to discuss your chosen course with our academic staff, learn more about disability support, student funding, our bursaries and scholarships, chat with some of our current Northern Irish students and discover more about where you will be living, from our expert student accommodation advisors. You can also chat to our Go Abroad team about opportunities to work or study abroad, and colleagues from Careers will be on hand to discuss support available to all students whilst studying at LJMU, and beyond graduation.
BOOK NOW There will be various sessions taking place throughout the day, and we will email you prior to the event asking you select your preferred timeslot.
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You’ll need your LJMU or UCAS ID to log in.
As you will appreciate, we are hosting our Applicant Day from a conference venue in Belfast and therefore must adhere to the latest NI Executive guidelines regarding COVID-19 and indoor mixing, which may result in changes to the format of this event at short notice. We will endeavour to keep you informed of any changes to our programme.
*There will be experienced staff and students on hand to answer any questions you may have in an informal setting, however we cannot guarantee an academic member of staff for every programme.
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CAN I ATTEND AN APPLICANT DAY IN LIVERPOOL AS WELL AS THE EVENT IN BELFAST? Yes, you are welcome to attend both Applicant Days.
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WHAT IF MY COURSE REQUIRES AN INTERVIEW OR AUDITION? Applicants who are invited to an audition or interview will still be required to attend their interview or audition before an offer is made. Log on to the Applicant Hub to book your preferred date and time. However, you are still very welcome to attend the Belfast Applicant Day before your interview or audition takes place, as this event will still be useful in terms of learning about your course, the University and student life.
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CAN I BRING GUESTS? We advise no more than two guests where possible, but this may change as we follow the latest NI Executive guidelines relating to Covid-19.
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MAKING CONNECTIONS BEFORE UNIVERSITY BEGINS Join fellow applicants on LJMU’s Campus Connect an exclusive platform for undergraduate offer holders like you. You can connect with like-minded applicants, reach out to staff and chat with current students. All our chat groups are super-friendly with student ambassadors at the helm, ready to help answer your questions. The app is filled with key information about life at LJMU and has group chats on:
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JMSU Clubs & Societies LGBTQA+ LJMU Sports Student Life Over 21s International students Accommodation Students living at home Fees & Funding Travelling to campus
...and heaps more.
There are also subject specific groups, so you can chat with others who’ve applied to the same course as you – which means you can be building relationships and making lifelong friends before your studies even start. The app will also send you notifications about key dates and deadlines that you might need to look out for – really useful. Joining is simple, just keep a look out for your Campus Connect email invite from LJMU and get chatting!
AVAIL A FROMBLE DECE M 2021BER
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LIVERPOOL GET READY FOR A WARM WELCOME
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GET READY FOR A WARM WELCOME
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I love how quickly Liverpool and LJMU felt like home, and you will always hear the Northern Irish accents! Laura from Belfast, BA (Hons) History
AWARD-WINNING SHOPPING DISTRICTS TATE LIVERPOOL, LIVERPOOL BIENNIAL ARTS FESTIVAL, WALKER ART GALLERY, LIVERPOOL PHILHARMONIC, EVERYMAN AND PLAYHOUSE, ROYAL COURT THEATRE OVER 300 BARS AND CLUBS VIBRANT LIVE MUSIC SCENE BALTIC TRIANGLE THEATRE, COMEDY, MUSIC FESTIVALS BEAUTIFUL PARKS AND GORGEOUS SANDY BEACHES SNOWDONIA AND THE LAKE DISTRICT WITHIN EASY REACH GREAT PUBLIC TRANSPORT FLY TO 70+ DESTINATIONS FROM LIVERPOOL JOHN LENNON AIRPORT PURPLE FLAG ACCREDITATION FOR THE CITY’S NIGHTLIFE
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LIVERPOOL RECOMMENDED 1
Visit the Albert Dock. With so many amazing restaurants, cafes and bars you will never be short of somewhere to grab a bite to eat once you have looked round the Tate Modern, Museum of Liverpool and International Slavery and Maritime Museum. There is just no way you can live in Liverpool without learning about its diverse history.
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Go to one of the many parks just outside the city centre. Whether it be Calderstones Park with its beautiful walled garden or Sefton Park with its incredible palm house, there are so many amazing green spaces to clear your mind.
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Get the ferry across the Mersey. It is a quick, whistle-stop tour across the North Wirral coastline as well as a brief history of Liverpool with the iconic theme song from Gerry and the Pacemakers, come rain or shine, and it’s a great afternoon out.
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MUSIC
ARTS AND CULTURE
As the ‘world capital of pop’* and the birthplace of The Beatles, it comes as no surprise that a great music scene exists in this city. Every night of the week, every week of the year, there’s music to be heard all around Liverpool. Discover the city’s up-and-coming bands in live venues like LEAF and Zanzibar or find your favourite acts at Liverpool’s O2 Academy, Liverpool Guild of Students or Liverpool Olympia. There’s something to suit every taste, whether your playlists are full of hip-hop, electronic, jazz or rock’n’roll.
We have amazing festivals and events every year, that celebrate our diverse communities and our creative souls. The Liverpool Irish Festival, Liverpool Arab Arts Festival, DaDaFest, Brouhaha and Liverpool Pride to name a few. Light Night Liverpool is an awesome city takeover offering breathtaking light shows, art installations and street performances, with latenight opening of our museums and galleries. World-renowned classic and contemporary art collections find their homes at the Walker Art Gallery, Tate Liverpool, Open Eye Gallery, FACT, Bluecoat and the Liverpool Biennial.
Liverpool has a buzzing festival scene: Sound City, Liverpool Psych Fest, Africa Oyé, Homotopia, Brazilica, Liverpool International Music Festival (LIMF) and Positive Vibration Reggae Festival.
FOOD AND DRINK Liverpool certainly has it all when it comes to food and drink. From specialist shops selling halal and kosher foods to the oldest Chinatown in Europe, you could munch your way through a whole world of cuisine and never have to eat the same dish twice! Home to cool cafés, world food supermarkets and excellent eateries to suit every taste and budget – you’re spoilt for choice. You can also take your pick of our many pubs, nightclubs, alcohol-free bars and coffee shops, where you can enjoy great conversation, music and much more.
SHOPPING We are all shopping on a budget, but no matter if yours is large or small, you’ll find what you are looking for in Liverpool. From the high street stores and designer outlets in Liverpool One and Met Quarter, to the independent boutiques on Bold Street or markets in the Baltic Triangle, Liverpool is the place to go shopping. Cool and quirky vintage stores are the hidden gems of the city’s student areas.
GREEN SPACES Parks and waterfront walks in Liverpool are firm favourites. Sefton Park, Festival Gardens, Otterspool Promenade, Princes Park, Calderstones Park and Greenbank offer perfect outdoor space all within easy reach of the city centre. Head further north to explore the beaches at Crosby, Formby and Southport.
*Liverpool World Capital City of Pop, Guinness Book of Records
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CONNECTING CITY AND MOUNT PLEASANT CAMPUSES, OUR STUDENT LIFE BUILDING AND SPORT BUILDING A landmark three and a half acre development, Copperas Hill is ready for you to experience THE STUDENT LIFE BUILDING
THE SPORT BUILDING
A five-storey building housing a range of student-facing services, including advice and wellbeing, careers advice, international exchanges, chaplaincy, an area for individual and group study, the Students’ Union (JMSU) and general teaching spaces.
A two-storey building with outstanding facilities such as an eight-court sports hall, two multi-purpose halls and a stateof-the-art gym.
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SPORT FOR ALL We are really proud of our University teams who consistently compete and win many of the major titles in inter-university leagues and competitions. At John Moores Students’ Union (JMSU) there are plenty of clubs and societies you can join competitively or socially. We have American football, athletics, boxing, badminton, basketball, cricket, men’s and women’s Gaelic football, football, hockey, volleyball and rugby teams as well as lacrosse, netball, swimming, tennis and more. Our students can join our British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) teams and represent LJMU playing competitive sport against other universities. BUCS is the governing body for university sport in the United Kingdom and it gives you the chance to take your game to the next level.
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LIVERPOOL LOVES SPORT Our passion for football runs deep; with three professional football teams in Merseyside – Liverpool FC, Everton FC and Tranmere Rovers – we love the game. However, worldclass sport in the region goes far beyond football. Merseyside is the golfing capital of England – boasting more than 40 courses, seven of which are leading championship venues, while the City of Liverpool Gymnastics Club produces elite, international level athletes. It is also
the home of the Grand National, the Liverpool International Horse Show, the UK Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon series and the Liverpool International Tennis Tournament. Liverpool hosted the British Gymnastics Championship Series and the Vitality Netball World Cup in 2019; and in 2021 hosts the Artistic Gymnastics British championships and the Rugby League World Cup Wheelchair Final.
SUPPORTING ELITE ATHLETES Our Sports Scholarship scheme is a leading initiative in the UK, helping talented students fulfil both their sporting and academic potential. Sports Scholars receive specialist guidance from experts in the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences, extra study support and cash bursaries. Right: Edrine Spencer LJMU Sport Scholar, Mixed Martial Arts
Go to ljmu.ac.uk/sportschol Go to ljmu.ac.uk/sport to find out more. to find out more.
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JMSU Team 2021
Each year, LJMU students vote on who should represent them at university. Four, fulltime officers then lead your students’ union, representing and supporting your student voice.
What is a student officer? A student officer leads the Students’ Union (SU). We work closely with staff in the SU and in the university, on campaigns and projects that matter to students. We also attend various meetings with the university, including with the Vice-Chancellor, ensuring that the student voice is heard at every level at LJMU.
Being a student officer is a once in a lifetime opportunity. The leadership, communication and campaigning skills you gain give you a solid foothold for the next step in your career.
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HELLO FROM YOUR STUDENTS’ UNION The moment you become a student at LJMU, you become a member of JMSU, your Students’ Union. We’re here to represent you, support you and make sure you have an incredible time at university. n
We run 100+ student groups From sports teams to societies, there is a massive range of student led groups for you to choose from. Joining a student group will help you to branch out, meet new people and get the most out of your time here.
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We run events year-round exclusively for LJMU students Get to know Liverpool and other students by coming to one of our regular, affordable events. We run events right through the year in some amazing venues, ranging from nights in the city’s biggest nightclubs, to cultural experiences and attractions across Liverpool.
n We are here for support, if and when you need it
Our Advice Centre is an impartial, confidential academic advice service, open to all LJMU students. n
We ensure that your voice is heard If you’re passionate about a cause, we can help you be heard. If there is something you feel strongly about, we can help you get your opinion out there and make changes in a variety of different ways – from giving you a national platform, or the chance to make a difference for your course mates at LJMU.
@johnmooressu Find out more studentsunion@ljmu.ac.uk jmsu.co.uk
WHERE TO FIND US If you want to drop by, say hello and find out how you can get involved with our events, activities and campaigns, we are based in the new Student Life Building at Copperas Hill.
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OUTSTANDING TEACHING AND LEARNING
All our degrees are designed and delivered in a way that best suits the subject being taught, and the knowledge and skills you are expected to develop as part of your studies. During your induction, your tutors will outline what modules and topics you’ll be studying during your first year at LJMU. You’ll find out more about any examinations or assignments you’ll be expected to complete and they will also explain what background reading and independent study you are required to undertake in addition to scheduled activities in your timetable. Scheduled activities take a wide variety of forms. Depending on your subject these may include: LECTURES,
SEMINARS AND TUTORIALS PROJECT SUPERVISIONS PRACTICAL CLASSES AND LAB WORK WORKSHOPS OR SUPERVISED ACTIVITIES IN STUDIOS FIELDWORK IN THE UK AND OVERSEAS EXTERNAL VISITS AND WORK-BASED LEARNING FEEDBACK SESSIONS
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RESEARCH KEEPS OUR DEGREES UP-TO-DATE AND GIVES STUDENTS INSIGHT ON CURRENT PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
83% OF STUDENTS GAVE LJMU A RESOUNDING THUMBS UP IN THE 2020 NATIONAL STUDENT SURVEY AND WE ARE WORKING HARD TO MAKE YOUR STUDENT EXPERIENCE EVEN BETTER. NSS 2020
Every year John Moores Students’ Union hosts the Amazing Teaching Awards, a celebration of the staff and students who make a big impact on the LJMU community throughout the academic year.
AMAZING TEACHER Elizabeth Heyworth-Thomas Liverpool Business School This award recognises an individual who continually inspires and motivates students offering excellent guidance and support whilst consistently challenging students to be the best that they can be; making them truly feel like a valuable member of the learning community. n Explains things well n Makes you feel like a valued member of the class n Listens and adapts to student needs and feedback n Engaging and interactive teaching n Confident and dynamic teaching n Motivating and inspiring teaching n Exceptional knowledge and understanding of their subject area n Shows enthusiasm for their subject area n Approachable and accessible
AMAZING INNOVATION IN DIGITAL LEARNING
AMAZING STUDENT-FACING STAR
Fiona Stewart
Julie Irving
School of Biological and Environmental Sciences
Counsellor
Students are truly at the heart of what we do here at LJMU, and it is such an honour to be awarded the JMSU Amazing Teacher Award.
It was a lovely surprise to be selected for the award and very much appreciated that students took time out of their day to nominate me.
Elizabeth Heyworth-Thomas
Julie Irving
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I have always strived for the thrill of motorsport. Coming to LJMU has facilitated me immensely in achieving this goal through its Formula Student team, and I am now in my fourth year with the team and second year as Team Manager. This has been a fantastic opportunity where I have been able to apply what is taught in lectures to a year-long live project. I have made lifelong friends and strongly encourage all students to get involved. Matt from County Armagh MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
CHAT TO MATT ON UNIBUDDY ljmu.ac.uk/study/undergraduate-students/chat-to-a-student
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OUR LIBRARIES
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LJMU has two libraries, with one based in each of the City and Mount Pleasant campuses, as well as the Learning Commons in the Student Life Building This means that wherever you are studying at the University, you are never far from a dedicated learning space.
LJMU STUDENTS LOVE THEIR LIBRARIES - SCORING 89.49%, THAT’S 3.74 % ABOVE THE SECTOR AVERAGE FOR SATISFACTION National Student Survey (NSS) 2020
1800 STUDY SPACES 350,000+ BOOKS 630,000+ eBOOKS 150,000+ eJOURNALS BOOKABLE GROUP STUDY ROOMS AND PCS NO FINES HIGH STUDENT SATISFACTION LEVELS*
Discover more at ljmu.ac.uk/library
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS AND ARCHIVES: USED FOR PROJECTS AND DISSERTATIONS *NSS 2020
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GET INTO THE ZONE Our libraries offer a variety of environments to suit your study needs, ranging from individual and silent study areas through to open plan zones and group spaces. They combine the best aspects of traditional libraries with everything you’d expect - computers, laptops, books, journals and online resources. All libraries are fully accessible to all users, offering wheelchair access, hearing loop facilities, height adjustable workstations, and specialised software to support visual or specific learning differences.
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The University has many great resources, fantastic library facilities and the lecturers are really friendly and approachable. Harry from County Antrim BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
In our libraries you can get advice on: n IT support n Library resources n Submitting coursework and assignments n Canvas - LJMU’s virtual learning environment
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The level of growth I have experienced, especially in IT and research skills, has made me love LJMU. Kingsley Electrical and Electronics Engineering
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SUPPORTING YOUR STUDIES Making the jump into degree-level study can be challenging at first. We can support and help you develop good study habits, giving you the confidence to succeed in your course every step of the way.
Academic skills such as critical thinking, academic writing and referencing play a key part in university study and assessment. You may also be expected to use maths and statistics, or English language skills. To help you develop these skills, library services provide access to online learning resources, run regular classes and drop-ins, and provide one-to-one appointments for all students.
n L earn alongside other students in regular classes and workshops n Get one-to-one advice in dropins, appointments and email n Engage in online learning through webinars and virtual appointments n D evelop your skills using our Academic Skills, Maths & Statistics, and Language Canvas courses
For further details go to: ljmu.ac.uk/studysupport
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Our Student Advice and Wellbeing team can give you advice and guidance on everything from accommodation, money management, mental health and wellbeing and support for disabled students. The University can also advise you about your eligibility for student funding, such as grants, loans, childcare and bursaries.
n Workshops, projects and activities designed to improve
your wellbeing and enable you to have a better student experience n A spiritual support team to provide confidential
pastoral care and support to students of all beliefs and backgrounds n A dedicated Student Wellbeing team to help with any
issues you’re having at university and to direct you to further support n As an LJMU student you can access a range of free online
support tools such as SilverCloud and Togetherall that will help you manage your wellbeing 24/7 n Quiet spaces for meditation, prayer and contemplation on
every campus n Targeted support for care leavers, estranged students and
young adult carers n A dedicated disability advice team
For more details go to ljmu.ac.uk/studentsupport
SETTLING IN It’s totally normal to feel slightly worried or overwhelmed about starting university, so it’s important to remember that you are not on your own at LJMU. There is a range of support in place to help you get the best start.
MENTORS
ACTIVITIES
Each Hall has a dedicated accommodation mentor. They are the first point of contact for new students living and settling into LJMU partner accommodation.
We run a programme of events to support you settling into university life. This can be a useful way to meet people, share experiences and learn new skills such as cooking meals on a budget and self-care tips.
ADVICE If you have any concerns then our accommodation advice team are here for you. They can provide support with settling in and adjusting to life in Halls.
ljmu.ac.uk/settling-in
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Student support at LJMU has been really helpful. Something that feels like a big problem really isn’t when you sit down and talk it through. The staff make you feel so comfortable and really listen, and you can honestly talk to them about anything, they are more than happy to spend the time talking to you. Lucy from County Antrim BSc (Hons) Policing Studies and Forensic Psychology
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EXPLORE THE WORLD
Discover more about the world and yourself with virtual internships, studying, working or volunteering abroad
SUMMER SCHOOLS Each year, LJMU offers exciting short-term opportunities that often combine cultural immersion with academic and/or volunteering activities. This is the perfect option for less experienced travellers looking for a taste of what the world has to offer.
VIRTUAL INTERNSHIP The global virtual internship programme helped me acquire the remote working skills I was looking for while gaining an insight into the Vietnamese work culture, and legal field too. I am so glad I did it! Emily, LLB (Hons) Law
China
I had a blast, made friendships to last, and did more in 10 days than I ever thought possible. Nathanial China summer school
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WORK ABROAD International work experience, whether in Europe or further afield can really boost your CV and increase your chances in securing that dream job in the future.
STUDY ABROAD Most LJMU students can study abroad for a semester or year as part of their LJMU degree. Whether you study in Japan or Norway, USA or France you will be taught in English and it will count towards your degree. If you want to immerse yourself in a different culture while enhancing your academic learning, this is the thing for you!
This has definitely been the most independent and enriching experience that I have ever done and I am so grateful that I have completed this internship… I feel that I have gained valuable work experience as well as learning so much about another culture that is so different from my own. Julia Global Internship Programme
It’s been the best year ever, I’ll be so sad to come home! Alexandra Study Abroad USA (2019)
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LJMU offer a £500 per year bursary depending on your family income, and there is also a hardship fund if you need it. Kate from County Tyrone, BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science
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WELCOME TO YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO FEES AND FUNDING SCAN FOR FULL FEES & FUNDING GUIDE
We want you to start your university experience with LJMU as you mean to go on: equipped with all the information you need and fully supported. That’s why our dedicated team of friendly, expert advisers have put together essential guidance relating to student funding. We have covered the key facts and figures but if you have any questions, please just ask. @ moneyadvice@ljmu.ac.uk
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TUITION FEE AND LOANS You will be charged a tuition fee for each year of your course Tuition fees for 2021/22 have been confirmed as £9,250 per year. This fee is subject to an annual inflationary increase. There is no need to pay your tuition fees up front as eligible students can apply for a tuition fee loan for each year of their course. This loan is not means tested which means your
NORTHERN IRELAND APPLICANTS If your permanent home is in Northern Ireland and you want to study at LJMU (or another English university) you will be eligible to apply for: n
Tuition fee loan which will cover the full cost of your tuition fees
n
Maintenance loan up to £4,840 a year
n
Maintenance grant up to £3,475 a year
If you take out a student loan, your repayments will begin after you have left LJMU and start earning more than £19,390.
household income will not affect your eligibility. Your tuition fee loan will cover all of your tuition fee costs and will be paid direct to LJMU. See page 52 for information on loan repayments.
EU APPLICANTS From the 2021/22 academic year, EU, EEA and Swiss nationals and their family members will no longer be eligible for home fee status or student finance. If you would like to discuss your individual circumstances then please get in touch with the Student Money Advice Team at LJMU. For more information see www.gov.uk/studentfinance
These figures are correct at the time of publishing. For the latest information visit: ljmu.ac.uk/fees-and-funding
See studentfinanceni.co.uk for more information.
moneyadvice@ljmu.ac.uk 0151 231 3153/3154
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All figures in this booklet relate to the 2020/21 academic year unless otherwise stated as figures for 2022/23 were unavailable at the time of printing. The amount of funding you will receive for your living costs varies depending on where in the UK you normally live, your household income and if you are living in your parental home or elsewhere while studying. Please only use this information as a guide, more detailed information is available here: studentfinanceni.co.uk
COURSES STARTING IN JANUARY If your course starts in January 2023 you can also apply for your funding from around March 2022 onwards (or as soon as you know what course you are going to study.) Though you will be starting the course in 2023, this is still classed as the 2022/23 year of study by student finance. Please be sure to pick the January start option of your course from the drop down menu when you apply.
STUDENT LOANS FOR LIVING COSTS (MAINTENANCE LOAN) In addition to a tuition fee loan, you can also apply for money to help towards your living costs. The amount you will be eligible to receive depends on a number of factors such as your household income and where you live during term time. As you will see in the table below, you may be entitled to both the Maintenance Loan in addition to the non-repayable Maintenance Grant. n The maximum amount you will be eligible to receive while studying at LJMU is £6,428. You may also qualify for the £500 per year LJMU bursary if your household income is £25,000 per year, or less. n Unlike the tuition fee loan which is paid direct to LJMU, this money will be paid into your bank account. It’s paid in three installments and it’s up to you how it is spent – and also how you budget!
You will pay for your accommodation on dates that coincide with your student maintenance payments, making it easier for you to plan your budget TIP: Once you have paid your rent, work out how many weeks until your next loan and grant payment and then you will know approximately how much per week you have to live off.
HOW HOUSEHOLD INCOME AFFECTS STUDENT FUNDING Funding for living costs is paid to you following an assessment of your household income, this process is called income assessment (or means testing) and if you are under 25 this is normally based on the income of your parents. This table will give you an overview of how much money you will receive based on your household income. You can also look at the calculator on studentfinanceni.co.uk
Assessed Maintenance household income Grant
Maintenance Loan
Totals
£19,203 or less
£3,475
£2,953
£6,428
£25,000
£2,201
£3,289
£6,299
£30,000
£1,215
£3,625
£4,840
£35,000
£689
£4,151
£4,840
£41,065
£50
£4,790
£4,840
£53,085
£0
£3,630
£3,630
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APPLYING FOR STUDENT FUNDING Apply online studentfinanceni.co.uk from March 2022 if you are starting a course in September 2022
LOAN REPAYMENTS Any loans you take out to cover your tuition fees or living costs will be added together into a single loan account. This means that when you start paying back your student loans, you will only make one affordable monthly payment. Your repayment amount is always based on a percentage of your salary, not how much you have borrowed. If your income is over £19,390* your employer will start taking repayments from your salary just like tax and national insurance, and after 25 years any money still owed is written off. The table opposite will give you an idea of what your repayments might look like once you have left university and you’re earning over £19,390.*
OPENING A STUDENT BANK ACCOUNT
Annual salary
Monthly repayment @ £19,390 threshold
£19,000
£0
£21,000
£12.07
£24,000
£34.57
£27,000
£57.07
£30,000
£79.57
n If your income falls below the repayment threshold (e.g. if you go travelling) your loan repayments will automatically stop
Shop around for the best bank account for you and, if this is a bank near home, make sure you know how to access the account remotely. It is a good idea to set up online banking so you are in control of your money while you are at university. Make sure you do this before you move away to start your course. Most students say that the interest free overdraft is the most useful thing about
SCAN AND PLAY *Northern Ireland repayment threshold 2021/22 figures
n After 25 years anything you owe on your student loans is written off
their student bank account. There may be times in the year you need this. You can pay it back over the summer if you are working and then use it again in years two and three if you need to. You will normally need to download your acceptance letter from UCAS after confirmation in order to open a student account with the bank.
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HAVE YOU LJMU STUDIED BURSARY BEFORE? If you have not studied at university before, student funding is generally available for the length of your course, plus an additional year (if required). Additional funding may be available for students that have had to leave a course due to health problems or for other personal reasons. It is really important that you seek advice if you have studied previously. We can clarify exactly how your prior study will impact on your future entitlement and advise you on what steps to take to maximise any funding available.
LJMU bursaries are automatically paid to eligible students every year of your course – you do not need to apply. The annual LJMU bursary is currently £500. LJMU bursaries are additional, free money that you don’t have to pay back. How you spend it is up to you. To qualify you must meet the residence requirements for student funding (grants and loans) and have a household income of £25,000/year or less. You must also be paying the annual maximum university tuition fee which is £9,250 for 2021/22.
STUDENT SUPPORT FUND Sometimes despite your best efforts you can find yourself in financial difficulty. This could be due to a delay in funding or unforeseen circumstances. LJMU’s Student Support Fund is available to students who find themselves in such a position.
Speak to us in confidence: moneyadvice@ljmu.ac.uk 0151 231 3153/3154
NI STUDENTS CAN APPLY FOR THE NON-REPAYABLE £5,000 PER YEAR NHS LEARNING SUPPORT FUND At LJMU this relates to applicants for Nursing (Adult, Child, Mental Health), Midwifery and Paramedic Science programmes. This financial support is in addition to your funding from Student Finance NI.
n A specialist subject payment of
n A training grant of £5,000 per year:
n Travel and dual accommodation:
this grant is not means tested and all eligible students will receive this grant
n Parental support of £2,000 per year: this grant is not means tested. However, to be eligible to apply you have at least one dependent child under 15 years, or under 17 years if registered with special educational needs
£1,000 per year: this is for students studying on courses where the government have shortages. At LJMU this is currently (2021/22) mental health nursing this is to help with additional costs of traveling to and remaining in placement
n Exceptional hardship fund: this is for students who find themselves in exceptional hardship
Payments will be made to eligible students over the year with the first payment being made in November (for autumn start courses). Find out more: nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-learningsupport-fund
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DISABLED STUDENT ALLOWANCE (DSA) If you declare a disability or medical condition to LJMU, you can access specialist support and guidance to assist you during your studies. This can be anything from exam and study support to mobility and library support. The Disabled Student Allowance (DSA) is designed to help meet the extra course costs students can face as a direct result of a disability, ongoing health condition, mental health condition or Specific Learning Difficulty. DSA is paid on top of the standard student finance package and does not have to be paid back. You should apply for DSA when you apply for your student funding - please don’t wait. Don’t worry if you’re not 100% certain which course you will be studying, as just like your application for student finance it is possible to update your DSA application at a later date. The Disability Advice Team at LJMU can help with all aspects of applying for DSA so please feel free to contact us at any point during the application process for help or advice.
Find out more disability@ljmu.ac.uk 0151 231 3168
STUDENTS WITH DEPENDANTS If you have either an adult who is financially dependent on you or dependant children, you can apply for additional funding including a grant for childcare. In addition, if you have an underlying eligibility for benefits (such as a lone parent) you can receive a higher rate of maintenance loan for living costs. A Childcare Grant will cover up to 85% of approved or accredited childcare in both term time and holidays. The Adult Dependants’ Grant is for students with a dependant partner and Parents Learning Allowance is a grant for those with children. All grants are means tested on your household income. For more information please contact us.
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SCAN AND PLAY
SUPPORT FOR CARE LEAVERS AND STUDENTS ESTRANGED FROM THEIR FAMILIES In 1957 John Lennon joined LJMU’s School of Art and Design, and it was to provide the springboard for so many influential aspects of his life: it was where he met Stuart Sutcliffe and would be visited by Paul McCartney. In recognition of the influence the University played in his life, and thanks to the generous support of Yoko Ono, LJMU has set up the John Lennon Imagine Awards to help students who have either been in local authority care or who are estranged from their parents. Eligible students receive a cash bursary of up to £1000 per year of their course, in addition to any funding awarded by your Leaving Care team. We also have a dedicated member of staff here to support students and offer advice on anything from university life and budgeting to student accommodation – and everything in between.
The John Lennon Imagine Awards provide extra support for young people who perhaps need it most. I am delighted to have been able to set up these awards in John’s name… he genuinely would have wanted to have helped these students achieve their personal goals. Yoko Ono
YOUNG ADULT CARERS LJMU is committed to supporting young adult carers and currently works in partnership with Barnardos Young Adult Carers Service in Liverpool. Our
dedicated member of staff for young adult carers can provide you with further information and advise you on what support is available.
Get in touch for confidential advice: Phil Bakstad imagine@ljmu.ac.uk | 0151 231 3149
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SCHOLARSHIPS
WE BELIEVE EVERYONE IS GOOD AT SOMETHING, AND WANT TO REWARD YOUR SUCCESS Every year we award a range of scholarships to support talented students from a range of backgrounds. Whether it’s a new laptop, help with accommodation costs or learning how to drive – how you spend your scholarship money is up to you. We don’t just award our scholarships to straight A students either (though academic ability is important); we are also interested in awarding scholarships to students who can show us that they are hardworking, passionate about something and a success at what they do. So what are you waiting for? ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP Rewards academic excellence (at least 3 A grades at A2 or equivalent – 144 UCAS points) 100 awards available, £1,000 per year for the duration of your course. – SIR BERT MASSIE SCHOLARSHIP Recognising Sir Bert Massie, national disability rights champion and former student of LJMU. We are looking to award an outstanding disabled student who has campaigned or championed inclusion in some way.
COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP For excellence in areas such as volunteering, sports, the arts or citizenship; a maximum of 100 awards of £1,000 per year for the duration of your course. – OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIP This is a new scholarship to add to our current portfolio. The aim of the Opportunity Scholarship is to enhance diversity, supporting access, participation and outcomes of students from diverse ethnic backgrounds who come to LJMU. It would be expected that applicants have participated fully in one of LJMU’s sustained outreach programmes to be eligible and applicants must meet the black and minority ethnic criteria to apply. – VICE-CHANCELLOR’S SCHOLARSHIP The Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship has been introduced to recognise the diverse and inspiring nature of the LJMU student community. These high profile scholarships have been developed to reward the success of students that may have had a different and sometimes longer path into Higher Education or have overcome adversity in some way. So, if you are a care leaver, a young adult carer, disabled, (however, see Sir Bert Massie Scholarship), BAME or a mature student, we would love to hear from you. Renewal of scholarships is subject to satisfactory academic progress.
SCAN AND PLAY
Apply online via the Applicant Hub ljmu.ac.uk/applicant
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Receiving the Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship was a huge honour and has really helped me out whilst in university. It’s allowed me to work harder at my studies, as well as help fund travel for my practical placements studying Paramedic Science. Chris from County Down BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science
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ACCOMMODATION GUIDE SCAN FOR FULL ACCOMMODATION GUIDE
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Meet Maya and the Accommodation team at your Applicant Day in Liverpool and Belfast
AS A NEW LJMU STUDENT YOU ARE GUARANTEED A ROOM IN HIGH QUALITY CITY CENTRE ACCOMMODATION. LJMU is committed to helping you find accommodation that best suits your needs, budget and lifestyle. You can choose one of 4000 bedrooms in high quality accommodation across Liverpool city centre. Most bedrooms feature private en-suite bathrooms and all have individual WiFi connections – the cost of which is included in your rent. Our website has detailed information on our student accommodation including virtual tours, up-to-date pictures and a breakdown of facilities offered by the different sites.
MAYA FROM BELFAST
LJMU graduate, and now Accommodation Officer. For me, living in student My advice for new students: accommodation is a Be friendly with your flat 1 mates and share certain great way to move out foods, bread, salt, etc. for the first time and have so you don’t let food go your first real taste of to waste. independence. All your bills are included, which Clean as you go - it keeps takes away the hassle, mess to a minimum and 2 plus you get to meet so makes your job easier. many people from different courses and backgrounds. I love the hustle and bustle Don’t suffer in silence 3 - if you are struggling of being in the city centre; with anything talk to there is always something someone. The staff on to do on your doorstep! reception or our friendly Student Living Assistants are there to help.
000 bedrooms in 4 high-quality student accommodation across Liverpool Rents range from £109/ week for a standard en-suite room and up to £177/week for a deluxe en-suite room
SCAN AND PLAY
24-hour on-site staff
WiFi, content insurance
and fuel bills all included in your rent
Rents for bedrooms in flats
with shared bathrooms start from just £79.99/week Excellent security Apply for your LJMU student accommodation from Tuesday 1 March 2022. Contact accommodation@ljmu.ac.uk
ljmu.ac.uk/accommodation
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN BOOKING YOUR STUDENT ACCOMMODATION
CONTRACTS
CONTRACTS
MONEY MATTERS
Accommodation contracts are known as ‘tenancy agreements’ or ‘tenancies’ and are legally binding for the full period once signed. So unless there are exceptional grounds for the tenancy to be cancelled, you are liable for rent until the end of the contract or until a replacement is found.
Rent is paid in three equal instalments that coincide with your student funding payments if you are a UK student, who can provide a guarantor*, so it is important that you apply for your student funding as soon as possible – don’t put this off!
Tenancies commence on Saturday, 17 September 2022 and finish 42 weeks later on Friday 7 July 2023. Induction week for new students starts on 19 September and teaching begins on Thursday 22 September 2022.
It is a good idea to try and work out your budget at this stage and choose your accommodation according to what you can afford.
It is important to note that all tenancies cover the full academic year. If your course does not match the standard academic year – for example Nursing or Midwifery – you will be given a full calendar year tenancy as standard. Don’t forget that you don’t have to move out over the Christmas and Easter breaks, the room is yours for the duration of your contract. You can also stay on after your first year in all cases.
MONEY MATTERS
*Your guarantor will most likely be a parent or guardian, and they must agree to act in this capacity
If you have any concerns about money and student accommodation, please contact our Accommodation Office: accommodation@ljmu.ac.uk
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MATURE STUDENTS
MATURE STUDENTS
The majority of students entering accommodation come to university straight from school or college and are under 21. If you prefer a quieter study environment, rooms are reserved for older students at a number of our city centre locations. If you do have any particular requests, such as living in a flat with older students, please indicate this on your accommodation request form. Every effort will be made to meet your needs but this cannot be guaranteed in all cases. If you would prefer to live in a private house or flat, contact Liverpool Student Homes (LSH) liverpoolstudenthomes.org/ accommodation.
HEALTHCARE STUDENTS
HEALTHCARE STUDENTS
Nursing, midwifery and paramedic students have different schedules due to placement work, often getting up when other students are going to bed! For this reason we strongly recommend healthcare students choose Atlantic Point, Glassworks, Marybone 1 or Marybone 3 and share their flat with students on similar courses. Limited parking is available for Paramedic students at Atlantic Point. Students requiring accommodation for courses commencing in January 2023 should check ljmu.ac.uk/ accommodation from January 2022 onwards to see what options are available.
DISABLED STUDENTS
DISABLED STUDENTS
Accommodation facilities for students with disabilities are constantly improving and LJMU is committed to ensure a high standard of living for all students, whatever your needs. If you require accommodation with particular adaptations it is important that you inform us as soon as possible so that the necessary arrangements can be made. We can also arrange for you to visit our accommodation to check that it will meet your needs. To discuss further contact our Disability Advice Team. disability@ljmu.ac.uk 0151 231 3164/3165.
BOOKING YOUR ACCOMMODATION 1
MAKE YOUR CHOICE Read the information here and online ljmu.ac.uk/accommodation and decide where you would like to live.
2
SUBMIT YOUR REQUEST Once LJMU is your Firm (first) choice, you can submit your accommodation request via the applicant area of our website from 1 March 2022. Bedrooms are allocated on a first come, first served basis and you can submit your request regardless of whether you hold a conditional or unconditional offer.
3
FINALISE YOUR BOOKING Within 10 days of submitting your request you will be contacted by your chosen accommodation provider by email. You must follow their instructions and make the initial payment requested in order to finalise the booking of your room. If you hold a conditional offer from LJMU and are unsuccessful, any payment made for accommodation will be refunded and your tenancy agreement cancelled. You can contact our Accommodation Office at any time for advice and guidance.
Don’t forget, booking your room via the LJMU Accommodation Office is the only way to be sure of living with other new LJMU students.
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ACCOMMODATION for
MOUNT PLEASANT STUDENTS The Mount Pleasant Campus is home to two Faculties: Business and Law | Arts, Professional and Social Studies
The following accommodation options are ideal for students undertaking courses in these Faculties. St Luke’s View is an excellent, modern option for students located in the Mount Pleasant Campus, that opened at the start of the 2017/18 academic year. Capital Gate and and Albert Court are two good value en-suite options which are suitable for students at either main campus. Capital Gate has undergone a full redesign and refurbishment and it reopened in summer 2021. Grand Central is the liveliest of all the accommodation options. The vast majority of bedrooms feature private en-suite bathrooms but a few bedrooms are available in flats with shared bathrooms at a lower cost. There is also a free gym. Copperas House is the very newest option available as it opened in summer 2021. It is well located close to the new Student Life Building and will be suitable for students at either campus.
Horizon Heights and Hardman House are two of the newest options in this campus and both opened for the first time in August 2019. All rooms feature en-suite bathrooms and there is also a limited number of larger, premium rooms available at Hardman House. Grenville Street and The Arch are two modern, good value options, located with easy access to the trendy Ropewalks area and the shops and amenities of Liverpool One.
Agnes Jones House and St Andrew’s Gardens are excellent choices for students seeking good value accommodation as they feature flats with shared bathrooms. See map on inside back cover for accommodation locations.
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ACCOMMODATION for
CITY CAMPUS STUDENTS
The City Campus is home to three Faculties: Health | Science | Engineering and Technology
The following accommodation options are ideal for students undertaking courses in these Faculties. All sites are located within the City Campus and only a short walk from the city centre.
Students based in the City Campus can also choose accommodation based close to the Mount Pleasant Campus such as Grand Central, Horizon Heights, Capital Gate, Copperas House or Albert Court.
Marybone is a large three phase complex and is ideally located adjacent to the Avril Robarts Library and the Tithebarn Street building. Marybone 1 features flats with shared bathrooms and double beds at very reasonable weekly rents. Marybone 2 and 3 are almost identical and fully en-suite, fully en-suite and many flats at Marybone 3 are reserved for new healthcare students.
See map on inside back cover for accommodation locations.
Glassworks and Byrom Point are two newer accommodation sites located within the City Campus and are both fully en-suite. Both sites have a gym, common room and study area. Atlantic Point is located opposite the Byrom Street teaching buildings and is one of the largest sites offered to new students. It has a large number of parking spaces. Moorfield is located directly across the road from the Avril Robarts Library and offers good value en-suite rooms and a limited number of parking spaces.
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LJMU STUDENT ACCOMMODATION
2022/23 summary ofACCOMMODATION rents and key information2022/23 S LJMU STUDENT Hall
Postcode
St. Luke's View
St. Andrew's Marybone 2 Marybone 1 Gardens &3
Moorfield
Horizon Heights
Hardman House
Grenville Street
Grand Centr
L1 2SU
L3 5XA
L3 2BX
L3 2BX
L3 2EZ
L3 5GL
L1 9JG
L1 5JR
L3 5GA
Standard contract (weeks)
42
42
42
42
42
42
42
42
42
Weekly charge (£)
143.00
90.00
79.99
128.00
118.00 / 122.00
148.00
145.00
132.00
102.00 / 129.00 / 135.00 149.00
Annual charge (£)
6,006
3,780
3,360
5,376
4,956 / 5,124
6,216
6,090
5,544
Bathroom facilities
En-suite
Shared
Shared
En-suite
En-suite
En-suite
En-suite
En-suite
TV provided in living area?
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
Launderette on site?
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Gym facilities?
No
No
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
No
No
Parking available?
No
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
No
No
No
Annual cost of parking (£)
N/A
220
N/A
N/A
630
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
St. Luke's View
St. Andrew's Gardens
Marybone 1
Marybone 2 &3
Moorfield
Horizon Heights
Hardman House
Grenville Street
Hall
All information correct at 13 September 2021 but liable to amendment until 31 December 2021.
4,284 / 5,418 / 5,670 / 6,25
Shared & En-suite & Stud
Grand Centr
N
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2022/23 Summary of rents and key information All information correct at time of print but liable to amendment until 31 December 2021.
man se
Grenville Street
Grand Central
Glassworks
Copperas House
G
L1 5JR
L3 5GA
L3 6AU
L3 5AL
L3 5NT
L3 2AT
42
42
42
42
42
0
132.00
102.00 / 129.00 / 135.00 / 149.00
151.50
143.00
0
5,544
6,363
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4,284 / 5,418 / 5,670 / 6,258
The Arch
Albert Court
Agnes Jones House
L3 6LS
L1 5DR
L3 8JD
L8 7JZ
42
42
42
42
42
134.00
159.00 / 177.00 / 180.00
109.00
145.00 / 170.00 / 175.00
119.50
93.00
6,006
5,628
6,678 / 7,434 / 7,560
4,578
6,090 / 7,140 / 7,350
5,019
3,906
Capital Gate Byrom Point Atlantic Point
En-suite
Shared & En-suite & Studio
En-suite
En-suite
En-suite
En-suite & Studio
En-suite
En-suite & Studio
En-suite
Shared
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
630
N/A
500
180
Grenville Street
Grand Central
Glassworks
Copperas House
The Arch
Albert Court
Agnes Jones House
Capital Gate Byrom Point Atlantic Point
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The best thing about student accommodation is the social aspect of living with other students who are in similar positions to you - studying and living away from home. I found this very comforting and reassuring. Andrew from County Down BSc (Hons) Computer Science
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LJMU LOCATION MAP Atlantic Point A
Tom Reilly Building
4 Glassworks
Marybone 1,2 & 3
Sections
Life Sciences Building
Cherie Booth Building
Careers Zone
CITY CAMPUS
James Parsons Building
BYROM STREET
JMSU Hub Peter Jost Centre
Byrom Point t
Avril Robarts Library
Tithebarn Building Build
JMSU Hub
Exchange Station
Henry Cotton Building
What happens next
Primrose Hill
Albert Court
Page 8
Moorfield Capital Gate
What LJMU can offer you
3
Page 14
Copperas House
A place to call home St Andrew’s Gardens
Lime Stree
t Station
Student Life Building
Page 36
JMSU Hub
Horizon Heights Grand Central
Liverpool Students’ Union
Careers Zone
LJMU Sports Building
Liverpool Science Park
JMSU Hub
Page 38
Redmonds Building
Sport for all
John Lennon Art and Design Building
2
Liverpool ONE
Page 42
Rodney House
LJMU city map Egerton Court
St. L
St. Luke’s View
Aldham Robarts Library
John Foster Building JMSU Hub
Aquinas Building
L
Page 44
Education Building Hardman House
MOUNT PLEASANT CAMPUS
Joe H Makin Drama Centre
1
The Arch Agnus Jones House
Grenville Street
A
B
C
D
E
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HOW TO USE THIS MAP Campus areas are highlighted for your convenience. City Campus highlighted in purple, and Mount Pleasant Campus is highlighted in pink. Accommodation sites are marked in green.
Can’t decide where to live? The accommodation website can help you make your selection. Visit ljmu.ac.uk/accommodation to find the accommodation best suited to where you’ll be studying.
KEY LJMU Buildings Student Accommodation Liverpool Landmarks LJMU City Campus LJMU Mount Pleasant Campus
LJMU BUILDINGS Cherie Booth Building Education Building Exchange Station Henry Cotton Building James Parsons Building Joe H Makin Centre John Foster Building John Lennon Art & Design Building Libraries: Aldham Robarts Library Avril Robarts Library LJMU Sports Building Life Sciences Building Peter Jost Centre Primrose Hill Redmonds Building Student Life Building Tithebarn Building Tom Reilly Building
C4 E2 B3 C3 C4 E1 E2 E2 D2 B4 D2 C4 C4 C3 D2 D2 B3 C4
Train Stations / Bus Stations Parking
STUDENT ACCOMMODATION Agnes Jones House Albert Court Atlantic Point The Arch Byrom Point Capital Gate Copperas House Glassworks Grand Central Grenville Street Hardman House Horizon Heights Moorfield Marybone 1, 2 and 3 St Andrew’s Gardens St. Luke’s View
E1 E3 B4 D1 C4 E3 D3 B4 D2 C1 E1 D2 B3 B4 E3 D2
FACULTY OF ARTS, PROFESSIONAL AND SOCIAL STUDIES 0151 231 5175 apsadmissions@ljmu.ac.uk 0151 231 3000 - option 1 (Education) education@ljmu.ac.uk
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW 0151 231 8080 busadmissions@ljmu.ac.uk
FACULTY OF HEALTH 0151 231 5829 health@ljmu.ac.uk
FACULTY OF SCIENCE 0151 231 2888 scienceadmissions@ljmu.ac.uk
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY 0151 231 2777 fetadmissions@ljmu.ac.uk
The university offers the information contained in this brochure as a general guide only. It does not constitute or form part of any contract and is not binding on prospective students, students or the university. The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press (January 2022) and the university hopes to provide the programmes and facilities set out in this brochure. However, some changes will inevitably occur in the interval between publication and the academic year to which the brochure relates and the university reserves the right to withdraw or make alterations if necessary. Applicants should not rely solely on this brochure and should use this brochure in conjunction with the university website which we shall maintain and keep up-to-date: ljmu.ac.uk LJMU is committed to protecting students, staff and the wider community in respect of the COVID-19. Regular updates are provided on ljmu.ac.uk/movingforward
ACCOMMODATION OFFICE 0151 231 4166 accommodation@ljmu.ac.uk
DISABILITY ADVICE 0151 231 3168 disability@ljmu.ac.uk
STUDENT ADVICE AND WELLBEING 0151 231 3153/3154 moneyadvice@ljmu.ac.uk
@LJMUofficial
@ljmu
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